Diego El Cigala is a world-renowned flamenco singer, known for his soulful voice and captivating lyrics.
List of Diego El Cigala's featurings
Bebe, India Martinez, Toti Soler & Estrella Morente
Diego El Cigala's age
Diego El Cigala is currently 56 years old.
Diego El Cigala's country of origin
Diego El Cigala is from Spain.
Diego El Cigala's real name
Diego El Cigala's real name is Diego Ramón Jiménez Salazar.
The Success Story of Diego El Cigala
Who is Diego El Cigala?
Diego El Cigala (real name Diego Ramón Jiménez Salazar) is a world-renowned flamenco singer from Spain. Born in Madrid in 1968, he has been performing since the age of 16. His unique style combines traditional flamenco with elements of jazz, Latin, and pop music. He has released numerous albums and performed around the world.
Early Career
El Cigala's career began in the 1980s, when he was part of the group Los Chichos. He left the group to pursue a solo career in the 1990s, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Since then, he has gone on to release 10 studio albums, as well as several live albums and compilations.
Collaborations
Throughout his career, El Cigala has collaborated with numerous artists. His most notable collaborations include Bebe, India Martinez, Toti Soler, and Estrella Morente. He has also performed with the likes of Alejandro Sanz, Laura Pausini, and Vicente Amigo.
Awards
El Cigala has won numerous awards throughout his career. In 2004, he won a Latin Grammy for Best Traditional Flamenco Album for Lágrimas Negras. He also won two Goyas (Spanish film awards) for Best Original Music and Best Song for his work on the film Mar adentro in 2005.
Legacy
El Cigala's influence on the flamenco genre cannot be understated. His unique mix of traditional flamenco and modern styles has inspired artists from all over the world. His albums have sold millions of copies and he continues to tour internationally to this day. Diego El Cigala is truly an icon of Spanish music.
